Local percussionist Mitchell Beck presents a night of live-looped music. Using loop pedal technology and live audio processing software, Mitchell will be building up full pieces of music one layer at a time as a one-man-band. You will hear him using standard percussion instruments, found objects, software synthesizers, and vocal layers to craft unique sound worlds that travel through a variety of different styles and moods. There will be moments of high intensity that explore complex rhythms and phrasing, diving headfirst into the intricacies of percussion. In contrast, there will be moments of blurred ambient serenity, giving listeners a chance to become lost in the sound and guided into a meditative state of mind. There will even be moments that explore the world of avant garde singer-songwriter music, encouraging the audience to find relatability between themselves and the performer on a more personal level. Passionate about creating music that is experimental and boundary pushing, yet still accessible to a general audience, Mitchell strives to spark intrigue and a feeling of connection across people with all types of musical tastes through his music.
Mitchell Beck is a percussionist, composer, producer, and educator based in Seattle, WA. Having a passion for all things percussion, Mitchell performs and teaches in a wide variety of musical settings. He has performed across the country and internationally in orchestras, chamber ensembles, indie rock bands, jazz combos, and as a solo performer. He is a founding member of Seattle based percussion collective Splinter Percussion. Mitchell also presents clinics on various topics in music around the country. As a composer and producer, Mitchell is passionate about pushing the boundaries of music with the goal of creating music that is still accessible to a general audience. Mitchell has been commissioned by people around the country to write concert music as well as music for indie video games and has had his music performed internationally. During the 2021/2022 academic year, Mitchell held the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Percussion and Music Technology at Boise State University. An active educator, Mitchell has since founded the Seattle Percussion Academy.